GOP's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Lowers Dependent Age for Food Stamps from 18 to 7 Years

In late May 2025, claims emerged regarding a #GOP budget bill that purportedly lowers the definition of dependents from 18 to 7 years, specifically affecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Democratic Congresswoman #ShontelBrown criticized the proposal, highlighting its potential cruelty toward families, particularly those with children aged 8 to 10 who would lose vital food assistance. The change only impacts #SNAP's work requirements, shifting exemptions for #parents from #children under 6 to those under 7, which could result in around 1.2 million families losing benefits. Compliance may become challenging for many working families, and there are concerns about increased state administrative costs. The bill has yet to be voted on in the Senate amid ongoing debates regarding its effects on vulnerable households. Please like, comment and subscribe. Also, follow me on all other social media platforms @iam.a.dad - facebook: @iamadad01 Check out our DAD STORE: https://iamadad.net/collections/all Join our Dad’s Support Group, on IG & Facebook @iam.a.dad Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam.a.dad/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/iamadad01 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iam.a.dad?_t=8ioy8hSmmha&_r=1 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DG8oHd6HNrs3fEp9B2g0N?si=aEFDKjA6Q9eNfhyN_Ea4MQ Apple podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-family-court-podcast/id1693532692 If you’re representing yourself in a divorce, custody and or child support case. Join our “pro se,” group on Patreon & IG @iam.a.dad (click on subscribe.) iamadad.net